Fitness Quote by Stephen White
““Some people," a valued supervisor had reassured me once as I bemoaned my lack of success with a patient during my training, "are better at being crazy than you are at being therapeutic.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Training Seminar, 2020, Stephen White addressing medical trainees
A supervisor suggests that being unconventional can be more valuable than strictly therapeutic skill.
In simple terms: Being unconventional may outweigh strict therapy skills.
Embrace creative approaches in patient care.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- patient interactions
- case reviews
- team meetings
- career development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is unconventional practice beneficial?
- How to balance creativity with evidence‑based care?
Risk of unprofessional behavior if “crazy” isn’t constructive.